Beautifully maintained home in an unbeatable Kent location. Just minutes from downtown, this property offers quick access to transit, major freeways, Kent Station, and the Sounder train, making commuting effortless. Tucked away on a dead-end street with a neighborhood park just steps away. A standout feature is the spacious 24' x 24' detached garage workshop (580 sq ft) equipped with 60-amp / 240-volt power. Whether you need storage, a workshop, vehicle storage, or want to explore a potential ADU conversion, SEWER pipe connection is present in the workshop. The property provides ample parking, perfect for your RV, boat, or other recreational toys. Fully fenced back yard. Recent updates to the home include newer Electrical, Plumbing, and a 10-year-old roof. The home has been Pre-Inspected. Home inspection report available.
Active
Listed by: Mt. Rainier Realty • Lance Smith
Price cut: $10K (8/19)
$469,900
516 6th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032
2beds
700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
5,998 Square Feet Lot
$479,700 Zestimate®
$671/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ample parkingNewer electricalBeautifully maintained home
- 130 days |
- 309 |
- 27 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lance Smith,
Mt. Rainier Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2505573
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Laundry room
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 700
- Total interior livable area: 700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 5,998 Square Feet
- Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1863900050
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1951
- Major remodel year: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Playground
- Subdivision: Downtown Kent
Location
- Region: Kent
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $671/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $409,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,385
- Date on market: 4/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 127 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,State Bond,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$479,700
$456,000 - $504,000
$2,082/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Price change | $469,900-2.1%$671/sqft |
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| 7/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $479,900$686/sqft |
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| 7/21/2026 | Pending sale | $479,900$686/sqft |
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| 7/11/2026 | Price change | $479,900-0.8%$686/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Price change | $484,000-1%$691/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,000+130.1%$699/sqft |
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| 10/30/2015 | Sold | $212,500$304/sqft |
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| 9/29/2015 | Pending sale | $212,500$304/sqft |
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| 8/31/2015 | Price change | $212,500-3.4%$304/sqft |
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| 8/12/2015 | Price change | $220,000-2.2%$314/sqft |
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| 7/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $224,950+92.2%$321/sqft |
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| 4/22/2015 | Sold | $117,018-39.1%$167/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #731956 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2013 | Sold | $192,241-14.6%$275/sqft |
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| 11/30/2007 | Sold | $225,000+33.9%$321/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #27129637 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2004 | Sold | $168,000$240/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,386 +8.8% | $409,000 +3.3% |
| 2024 | $4,030 +7.3% | $396,000 +12.2% |
| 2023 | $3,757 -4.7% | $353,000 -5.9% |
| 2022 | $3,942 +9.8% | $375,000 +25.4% |
| 2021 | $3,591 +10.9% | $299,000 +16.8% |
| 2020 | $3,238 +4.8% | $256,000 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $3,091 +11.9% | $244,000 +7% |
| 2018 | $2,762 +1.5% | $228,000 +12.9% |
| 2017 | $2,721 +21.1% | $202,000 +6.3% |
| 2016 | $2,246 | $190,000 +9.2% |
| 2015 | $2,246 | $174,000 +10.8% |
| 2014 | $2,246 | $157,000 +11.3% |
| 2013 | $2,246 | $141,000 +4.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $135,000 -6.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $144,000 -8.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $157,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $157,000 -7.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $169,000 +11.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $152,000 +5.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $144,000 +46.9% |
| 2001 | $1,391 +7.4% | $98,000 +12.6% |
| 2000 | $1,295 | $87,000 |
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Neighborhood: 98032
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Scenic Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10Mill Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Kent-Meridian High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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